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Acosmium panamense

Malvecino, Guayacan carboncillo

Native to southern Mexico and all of Central America.The wood is hard, heavy, strong, and resistant. Used in rural areas for construction. The bark is used for malaria. bleeding, and other medical reasons.

Plant Characteristics

Dimensions at Maturity

Height: 40 M

Leaves
7-13 leaflets per odd pinnate, alternate leaf.

Flowers
Fragrant flowers: white, creme or yellow

Additional Information

References

http://biogeodb.stri.si.edu/herbarium/species/?spnumber=2088

Tags
evergreen

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